Every student has reached that point of frustration where they question their entire school system. Overwhelmed with work, students angrily wonder when on earth they will ever have to graph another logarithm, name every element on the periodic table or recall all the battles from the revolutionary war. What skills are students learning that they can actually apply to everyday life to become a successful member of society? In a democracy, the common people hold the majority of the power. These people vote for the laws that they are governed by. One might question whether this exists in the public school system. Students do not have a say in most of the rules that they must live by. However, the public school system does value many of the same democratic ideals practiced by the United States government. Every citizen of this country is free, and equal to one another. The rights and freedoms given to the people allow them to be nearly anything they want to be. As students, we are taught enough information so that we can comfortably go into the outside world and immerse ourselves in any field of work. The requirement for basic math, history, english, and science classes allows us to create a life for ourselves in whatever subject field we thrive in and enjoy the most. Each student is presented with equal opportunities, much like the citizens of this democratic government. The purpose of public education is to prepare students to be an active, functioning member of society. In doing so, the public school system practices and respects the democratic ideals of this government. Each student is treated equally. Each student is entitled to their freedom of speech, freedom of press, freedom of religion, and many other freedoms of the American citizen. The rules and restrictions enforced in schools were created with the intent to help the students and improve their learning environment. In the democratic government of the United States of America, everyone is free. They are free to create any type of life for themselves. Public education gives the young citizens of this country the tools needed to effectively take advantage of these opportunities. Our education does not limit our options. Rather, our education broadens our horizons for us.